Associate Data Scientist, Online Insights
About The Position
The Associate Data Scientist is responsible for supporting data science initiatives that drive business profitability, increased efficiencies and improved customer experience. This role works closely with Data Scientists and/or Sr. Data Scientists in their team to develop solutions by applying advanced analytics methods and algorithms for identifying trends and providing business solutions. Based on the specific data science team, this role may need to develop skills in one or more data science specializations, such as optimization, computer vision, recommendation, search or NLP. As an Associate Data Scientist, you will develop skills that effectively leverage data science methodologies to creatively solve business problems and provide strategic insights. This requires effective communication skills as well as continuous learning and development at both the technical and business level.
Requirements
- Must be eighteen years of age or older.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Math, Statistics, etc.) or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years of experience in business intelligence and analytics
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power Point
- Experience in a modern scripting language (preferably Python)
- Experience running queries against data (preferably with Google BigQuery or SQL)
- Experience in predictive modeling, data mining and data analysis
- Experience with data visualization software (preferably Tableau)
- Experience utilizing statistical techniques to identify key insights that help solve business problems
- Basic knowledge or exposure to Prescriptive Modeling like optimization, computer vision, recommendation, search or NLP
- Basic knowledge or exposure to predictive modeling, data mining and data analysis
Responsibilities
- Solution Development - Design and develop algorithms and models to use against large datasets to create business insights
- Supports data science projects by conducting effective analysis to solve business problems
- Executes tasks with high levels of efficiency and quality
- Consults with Data Scientist or Sr. Data Scientist on appropriate selection, utilization and interpretation of advanced analytical methodologies
- Learn about the assigned business areas to provide better solutions by incorporating business-specific knowledge
- Communicating Results - Effectively communicate insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audience
- Support preparation of reports, updates and/or presentations related to progress made on a project or solution
- Highlights potential impacts of recommendations to drive alignment and appropriate implementation
- Technical Learning - Keep up to date on industry trends, best practices and emerging methodologies
- Continually develop skills and expertise in data analytics concepts and methodologies
- Identify opportunities to apply learnings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
